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Newtonville, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Newtonville is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 915. Residents earn $108,470 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
915 Population 290/sq mi density
$108,470 Median Income $34,307 per capita
$211,000 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$108,470 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$211,000 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,470
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $211,000
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

How Newtonville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population915
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density290/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,470
Per Capita$34,307
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units332
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity34.1%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking13.1%
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation99 ft (30 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute31 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries15

Is Newtonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newtonville receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Newtonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newtonville is $108,470, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Newtonville among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newtonville is $211,000, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Newtonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Newtonville has a population of 915 with a density of 290 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.9%), with 29% Black.

Population

915
Total Population
290
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Newtonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newtonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newtonville is $108,470, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Newtonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,470
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,307
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Newtonville is $211,000, 25% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,000
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$299
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio94.7%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units332
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate3.99%
In Newtonville, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 15.1% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Newtonville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.8%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression15.1%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,396
Dentists1:1,671
Mental Health1:435
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802
Newtonville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall19.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation99 ft (30 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density290/sq mi
Coordinates39.5633°N, 74.8559°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density290/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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